How Strong Was Shanks When He Met Luffy

HE was once a mundane being, a human with no ambition, a human with no purpose and a human with no ambition, When suddenly he felt a terrifying pain in himself and then after that, it was insanity.

Sophia arrives at Excel College, feeling nervous and out of place. She encounters Riya and her clique, who immediately try to intimidate her.Sophia is bullied by Riya's group. Riya, surprisingly, intervenes, forming an unexpected bond with Sophia.Sophia trips and is about to fall. James, seeing the danger, rescues her, instantly becoming the talk of the college.Riya, despite her initial denial, becomes increasingly jealous of the attention Sophia receives from James.Sophia insists to Riya that she has no feelings for James. However, as James showers her with attention, Sophia finds herself inexplicably drawn to him.Riya and James are paired for a dance competition. Riya's frustration with James's inexperience leads to a public argument, further straining their relationship and humiliating Riya.Sophia tries to mend fences between Riya and James, but the damage is done. Riya withdraws from Sophia, hurt and betrayed. Sophia and James, after a series of meaningful encounters, confess their feelings for each other.Sophia grapples with the guilt of keeping her relationship with James a secret from Riya.Sophia eventually confides in Riya about her feelings for James. Riya, initially hurt, eventually accepts their relationship, understanding that true friendship means supporting those you love, even when it's difficult.Sophia and James begin a relationship, facing the challenges of navigating college life, maintaining their friendship with Riya, and overcoming the lingering effects of the past.

After the loss of his mother Myer West meets Amera, a strange girl with an even stranger secret. To top it off they both have to deal with Amera's family, wolves and a mad scientist. And he thought date her would be fun.

She was the daughter to the Infamous Multi-Billionaire and she was the sister the Infamous Bachelors of Westdentia Lester - Cold Ruthless CEO who was following in his father's footsteps. Levy - 6 time Golden Medal Olympian Liam and Louis - World's Best Game Developers. She was loved and cherished by her brother's and father, the Reinhardt Princess was her nickname. She was always quiet and reserved and this all this changed because of her brothers and their friend who not only brought color into her life but also showed her darkness she couldn't even fathom. .......................................................... Synopsis: Leina shook with anger and had tears in her eyes as she looked at Alexander. She could not understand how Alex could suddenly showed up after years of disappearing and that too with the AUDACITY to question her! "WHAT, what did you expect huh?, that I pause my life and wait for hm?, do I fucking look like a toy to YOU!" Leina shouted as she pointed her finger at him. "HOW COULD YOU, you have the audacity to as-" Alexander couldn't bare see her so disoriented and vexed by him, he suddenly pulled her, held her nape and kissed her hard. Leina shooked at first but did not understand what came over her but tears fell from her eyes as she recuperated his kiss, holding on his coat for dear life. Breaking their kiss, Alexander kiss her forehead before he look down at her and whispered, "I'm sorry.... I promise I won't do that ever again" However he knew that to keep his word it would be difficult but she was worth it and that's all that mattered.

Does anyone expect to see DEATH on their birthday? No. She neither. But she saw. And not just one or two but the death of her entire family. She like anyone else also wanted to enjoy that special day when she was supposed to be the happiest. Her Birthday. But it turned out to be one of the saddest and most painful days of her life. Then what? She was supposed to feel devastated and have a trauma that would take ages to get used to right? But alas! The poor child did not even have time to grieve. Another tragedy hit her. After losing her family she was only left with her best buddy. But as luck would have it she also lost her in the most cruel way possible. A second trauma scarred the life of the tiny child who had just reached the age to understand the world. But that was still not the end. It looked like she was in the middle of a tragic ocean where wave after wave of miserable experiences crashed into her one after another. On top of that, she seemed to be some kind of evil force that sucked the life out of everyone who showed her kindness. Thus at the age of five, she learnt her lesson to be independent in the harshest ways possible from Life. But those experiences made the once helpless and weak girl, the strong, independent and powerful woman she is today, Olivia Basu. Since then she kept all her actions in control until that one encounter at VN High School during her mission as an undercover student named Ankita Dey. ______________ This story consists of several side couples some of whom belong to the LGBTQ+ community. This is a slow burn. Contains mature content. THE COVER PHOTO IS FROM PINTEREST

It was started with a harmless request, "Jessica, clear out a room for Zoey, she'll be moving in with us for the time being." Jessica's marriage soon ended when that 'guest' climbed up the ladder, from a guest room downstairs, to Jessica's bedroom, and then, her husband's bed. After losing in the fight for her husband's attention and love, Jessica realized it was time to wear back her garment of dignity and respect. She signed the divorce papers and left the country. Two years later, she returned as the heiress to a conglomerate, but her husband was at the airport, waiting to welcome her home. "When did I say I didn't love you, Jessica?" he asked.

On one fateful day, Jareth Blaze died an extremely horrible death. But fate has some other plans for him; he got transmigrated into the body of a weak third-rate villain in a role-playing game. He thought it would be difficult to survive as a villain with this weak and arrogant body, but for some reason everyone misunderstood him. They thought of him as a strong person and feared him. 'What are you looking at me with fear for!? aren't you the protagonist of this world!?' (No harem here!) [WSA entry 2024] (Shares the same world with my other novel, Reborn as an extra) .. My Discord server link: https://discord.gg/Rv8xabCnzP

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Don't go to northern Myanmar! Don't go to northern Myanmar! Don't go to northern Myanmar! No matter what reason you have, never go to northern Myanmar in this lifetime. This is the advice I, a lucky survivor who narrowly escaped from northern Myanmar, want to give everyone! This book is based on real events.

"Kids, have I ever told you the story of how I met your mother?" "Yes, dad over a gazillion times..." "No no, how about this time we start from the very beginning. So, get comfortable." The two youths rolled their eyes sighing as they adjusted themselves. "It all began with..."

A girl who was happy being unhappy

In a fabled land, in a not too distant past, in a world that few know about, a warrior arises in the wake of a massive war that nearly wiped the entire civilization out as it was once known. In the ashes a "phoenix" rises. Who is he? Where is he? When is he? The truth lies within himself.

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"Oppose me, and face not just my wrath--but the wrath of my companion!" He spoke arrogantly, although, he was heavily assisted by his system. --------- Follow a transmigrator's journey to bringing a simple tribe to being a superpower, and defending as he watched the world expand across all the horizons of industries.

Dean and Sara, two seemingly ordinary people, cross paths in unexpected ways, their lives intertwining through moments of connection and unspoken attraction. As their relationship grows, both face hidden struggles and past traumas that shape who they are. What begins as a simple love story soon becomes a journey filled with challenges, mysteries, and questions about fate, time, and destiny

Paano kung matagal mo nang ginugusto ang best friend mo? Aamin ka ba o itatago mo na lang? Isang simpleng babae lamang si Via Rielle Lopez, hindi niya alam na nahuhulog na pala siya sa kaibigan niyang si Jhiro Legaspi. Hindi niya alam ang gagawin niya nang malaman nitong ikakasal na pala si Jhiro, aamin ba siya o itatago na lang upang masalba ang kanilang pag kakaibigan. Habang si Jhiro naman ay nag hihintay lang ng tamang panahon upang umamin, kasal nga ba ang mag pipigil sa kanilang dalawa?

Jason is an above average man until he dies and meets God gets wishes and goes to the world of One Piece looking for adventure and obviously women. First fan fic please don't judge I'm new to the writing stuff and bad at creating stories

In a world where animal kingdoms have abandoned nature's laws for civilization's comfort, one cat kingdom remains true to the ancient way. As his people starve while others feast, Razgor rises to remind all kingdoms of nature's harsh truth: only the strong survive.

In a realm where boredom is practically unheard of, three fairy sisters—offspring of the immortal realm's mightiest warriors—decided they had enough of celestial monotony. Seeking adventure (or maybe just a break from their all-too-perfect existence), they make a break for it, leaving behind the wonders and restrictions of their home. Enter me, Nikolas, but you can call me Nikko or Nick if you're feeling friendly. Just a regular guy navigating the complexities of university life, nursing a not-so-secret crush on the most captivating woman on campus. Imagine my surprise when what I thought was an unattainable dream starts looking like a reality. There's just one tiny, slightly terrifying catch. She comes with a warning label: impress her parents, two of the five rulers of the immortal realm, within a hundred years or risk facing their wrath for daring to woo their precious daughter. Oh, I wonder if their wrath will triple when they hear I'm going after all the three precious daughters. *Contains r18 scenes of love. These themes appear in the book although it isn't necessirily focused on them: #Yandere #Tsundere #Mafia #Dual-cultiavtion #Idol #Gamer-girl

Follow Raef, a first year at Whitehall Academy. A school where students are are placed into houses based on their physical abilities. The only problem is that Raef is in the weakest house. Can he survive his time at the school or will he be drowned out by his much stronger peers?

First of all, this is the sequel to my previous book, 'The Exiled Lady's Rumoured Tyrant.'. For those who haven't read the mentioned book, please read it before starting this book for easier understanding. *** Rei was a high-ranked lady official in the Qin Empire who was exiled from her empire due to a planned scheming. After spending for about two months in a neighbourhood Kingdom that was said to be ruled by an evil tyrant, her name was cleared and was finally able to return to her homeland. With the two months spent with that said evil tyrant, she started developing a special to him. Despite that, Rei still decided to return to her homeland. However, an unexpected event happened, Rei was assaulted and nearly died, the said evil tyrant saved her and sustained a serious injury. And so... Their story continues... What will happen to Rei and her destined tyrant? Stay tuned to this sequel.

Fleeing a scandal that rocks her world, Isabella Rosie trades her homeland for the intoxicating allure of a new city. But one champagne-soaked night of escape collides her with Alexander Gray—a billionaire as famous for his cold heart as his Midas touch. Sparks fly and tempers flare as these two wounded souls circle each other, unable to resist the magnetic pull between them. What starts as a battle of wills evolves into a dangerous dance of desire, each step revealing new layers of their guarded hearts. As Isabella and Alexander navigate a minefield of attraction and mistrust, they'll discover that their greatest challenge isn't conquering each other—it's facing the demons of their pasts. In a world where power and passion intertwine, can two people haunted by their histories find a future together? Or will the very secrets that brought them together ultimately tear them apart?

One curse, friends turned foes. Their fate rests on she who shall love one and on her love shall he rise again to seek revenge on what he had Lost.

Camilla, she's a sweet girl and couldn't hurt a fly. she was in a relationship with Reynaldo for three good years, she had known him since she was a child and got engaged to him at a young age. on the night of their engagement party, she finds out his infidelity with her best friend. Betrayed and heart broken Camilla begins to plan her revenge on them even if she has to give out her body.

A female priestess had been trapped in a temple all her life. After being captured by the rebel army, she reincarnated as Qi Wu, a teenager who lived in the modern era. *** "Rookie Assembly" was a phenomenal talent show that had been wildly popular in recent years. Well-rounded idols, esports professionals, top-notch musicians, and even the most popular actress in the country were still struggling to survive in this show. However, not long after the show started, they all expressed how Qi Wu was their inspiration in life. The things Qi Wu did in her daily life while being part of the show included working, making money, and occasionally sorting out problems children faced. In the eyes of netizens, Qi Wu was a strong and capable bigshot who constantly prevailed over all others. *** Jin Si was recognized as the poison ivy of showbiz. People could only admire him from afar, and a single touch could get someone killed. Even his hard-core fans admitted that they wished he didn't have such a wicked tongue. One day, Jin Si published a Weibo post. "Jin Si: I have the opportunity of a lifetime to prove that I'm not weird. @QiWU" Netizens went wild right away. "Help! I get to ship a real couple!"

Clara Noman found herself entangled with the family of a woman whose almost lifeless body was found at Cherim. Clara played a huge part in keeping the woman alive until she was moved to the hospital. But was confirmed dead within minutes of arrival. A few months later, she relocated to be with her mother at Cherim, alongside her best friend, after having her license of practice revoked. Several months later, Clara was totally broke and unable to take care of herself nor her ailing mother, so she took the opportunity that presented itself in form of Bennet Lewin, the widower whose wife's almost lifeless body was discovered at Cherim almost two years ago. A marriage of convenience it was between them. Bennet was a man of his words and he kept the end of his bargain. The plan was to have a mistress for his household, a mother for his young daughter and a shield from the numerous spinsters whose mother's couldn't help but choke him with visits on regular basis. Their marriage blossomed and love became part of the union. Falling in love with each other became inevitable. Clara couldn't help but open up bef heart go the father and daughter duo, and for the first time in a very long time, she loved and was loved right back, or so she thought. Life seemed more stable and fulfilling until chaos came calling. So many things seemed off in her household. From the housekeeper, to the Bennet's late wife's best friend, to the unexplainable scenes surrounding the death of the first Mrs. Lewin, to discovering other Mrs. Lewins aside the recently deceased one. Clara ended up discovering several plots, murders, murder attempts and evil within the Lewins household. She stood firm and fought the culprits with the support of her dear husband until she uncovered several evidence that points to her husband as the biggest evil. Will she be able to accept this truth and fight the very man she was now madly in love with. Will she be able to run away before he finds out that she knew what he did. How can she ensure the safety of her loved ones if she decides to fight the great Bennet Lewin. Who will save her from the rot of the love of her life. Book cover: Imagine.

50 years ago, hundreds of meteors pelted the earth. Those who managed to find and touch a meteorite were granted a special gift, superpowers. In the following decades, these "super-soldiers" were used as weapons and soldiers for the next world war by their respective countries. In the year 2090, 20 years after the end of World War III, teenage orphan Leon Meinov is granted powers of his own. With rising tensions across the country and the appearance of gifted individuals using their powers for evil, Leon must learn his powers and what he wants to use them for as he navigates his way through life in post-war America.